To the Editor:

Morven Museum & Garden was delighted to once again be the favorite Fourth of July afternoon entertainment for so many of our local friends and families at our annual Jubilee. Thank you to the 2,000 friends and neighbors who joined us on this special day at the home of Richard Stockton, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, with traditional favorite activities returning including varied colonial re-enactors, George Washington’s presentation as depicted by William Agress, signing of the Declaration of Independence, and bluegrass music on the porch by Ocean Country Band.

A few features debuted this year: reenactment of Morven’s own Annis Boudinot Stockton by Princeton teacher Alisa Dupuy; an interactive chalkboard wall art “Liberty is…” which had many thinking and exploring this ageless topic; a children’s parade to the “Happy Birthday, America”; and cakes generously donated by McCaffrey’s.

Unfortunately, Tico’s Juices was unable to attend, as advertised, due to mechanical troubles and our advertised blacksmith reenactor had health issues preventing his appearance. We apologize to anyone who was disappointed not to enjoy these two participants and wish good health to the blacksmith.

Plans are already underway to create another memorable Fourth of July Jubilee. In two short months, Morven reopens its first floor galleries to present “Morven: A Window Into America’s Past.” We look forward to greeting our friends and families, again, during the very exciting weekend of September 6 through 9.

Jill Barry

Executive Director